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Dr. William Michael Nieporte Sr. (Bill ) was born in Middletown, Connecticut on September 5, 1963. He became a Christ-follower at age nine under the ministry of the First Baptist Church of Ormond Beach, FL.

Throughout his teenage years, Bill was an active participant in the life of the church, attending Bible Studies, Mission Trips, Youth Choir, and numerous other activities. Bill preached one of his first sermons at age 13 to a worship gathering with over 600 in attendance. He was allotted 25 minutes, but finished in about three. The congregation was very kind and supportive, and Bill’s passion for preaching and teaching continues till this day.

Feeling called by God to enter the ministry, Bill pursued this call through studies at Stetson University, Deland Florida. While a student at Stetson, he served as a Student Summer Missionary in Canada. He also spent two summers in youth ministry at The College Park Baptist Church in Orlando, FL and The First Baptist Church of Palatka, FL.

Following graduation from Stetson University, Bill attended The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary where he concurrently served two rural congregations. While in seminary, he met Jeana Murray, a fellow student. The two were married in 1989 and now have two children.

Michelle, age 24, is good student and a gifted actor and public speaker with an interest in culture and the arts. She is an independent person with a gentle heart for the downtrodden. She is a recent graduate of the Randolph-Macon College with a Theatre major and Communications minor. She currently performs improvisational comedy with a team at Richmond’s “Comedy Sports Improv.”

Michael, age 18, is an extremely intelligent child, full of positive energy and a desire to learn. He is very talkative and energetic. He is a gifted muscian, playing the French Horn, Trumpet, and Melophone. He is a music composer and has won several contest for his musical pieces. He is also a math whiz and self-described techno-geek. He is currently a freshman at Virginia Commonwealth University in the Honor’s Program studying Computer Programming.

Jeana is a gifted minister, preacher, and educator. Recently she was employed by Huntington Learning Center as a Center Director.

In 1997, Bill completed the Doctor of Ministry degree at the Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC.

Dr. Bill Nieporte’s Philosophy Of Ministry

A Grace Orientation – I treat others with the same love and acceptance with which God has treated me.

Intimacy With God – I chose a relationship with God over simply being religious.

Biblical Authority – I study the Bible for life transformation, not simply religious information.

Teamwork – I seek to be a part of Spirit-led ministry teams seeking to advance the Kingdom of God.

Dependence On God– I take risks and act with courageous faith.

Outreach – I seek the best methods for communicating the message of God’s abundant love for all people.

Worship– I lead worship services aimed at bringing honor to God through expressions of gratitude and praise.

3 Responses to “Bill’s Bio”

Hi Bill
It’s Jack Nieporte one of your many relatives that lives out in Utah. I have an ongoing ‘alert’ on Google for anything ‘Nieporte’ that comes out. I regularly receive your weekly thoughts and sermons and enjoy them.

The purpose of this comment is not so much on the topic of genealogy that we have discussed at some length in the past, but on another subject: the gospel. Would you have the time and interest to begin a discussion with me like this? We belong to different churches of course, but we have Jesus Christ as our common denominator. Please let me know of your thoughts and also your regular email address that we can then communicate through. I look forward to hearing from you as your time permits. My email address is jack@nieporte.com.

May I just say what a comfort to find someone that really understands what they are talking about on the net. You actually understand how to bring an issue to light and make it important. More people have to check this out and understand this side of the story. I was surprised that you’re not more popular since you definitely possess the gift.

Bill, I just found out about you via Rudy Z in Canada. I’m a fellow pastor & friend of Steve McVey & Baxter Kruger…both of whom came for three day seminars with us…two years apart. You and I seem to be “kindred spirits” — How is your church handling that? I’m founding pastor (1991) of New Life In Christ In Lawrence, Ks (30 miles from Kansas City)and when we moved to grace, then Trinitarian finished work teaching and living we lost about 70% of our church. Those who remain are wonderful and have been greatly affected by God’s unconditional love, radical grace and inclusion. But it’s hard building back up to a sustainable base. I can’t go back to religion, but I’d sure like to hear from another pastor who has weathered the storm! Love to visit with you. Paul Gray

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